English and Psychology MA (Hons) at University of Dundee

Programme overview

English and Psychology MA (Hons) studies the history of English literature from the medieval period to the present day alongside Psychology. The English strand includes comics studies, in which the university is a world leader.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences | Duration: 4 or 3 years (4 years from Level 1 entry, 3 years from Level 2 entry) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

English modules range from Shakespeare to science fiction, Romantic to contemporary poetry, and Victorian novels to Hollywood films, with modules in comics studies. Students begin with an overview of the subject and move towards modules that suit their interests.

Career pathways

English is an adaptable subject that leads to a flexible range of career options.

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Entry requirements

4-year entry (start at Level 1): A-level CCC (widening access CCD); SQA Higher BBBC (widening access BBCC), no essential subjects; IB diploma 28 points including 5, 5, 4 at higher level. 3-year entry (start at Level 2): A-level BBC, essential subject A-level English; Advanced Higher BB plus Higher BB, essential subject Advanced Higher English; IB diploma 30 points including 5, 5, 4 at higher level. BTEC Extended Diploma: MMM (4-year entry) or DMM (3-year entry). HNC: C in the Graded Unit with 96 SCQF credits (4-year entry) or B in the Graded Unit with 120 SCQF credits (3-year entry). English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic overall 6.0 with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each of listening, reading and speaking.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 or 3 years (4 years from Level 1 entry, 3 years from Level 2 entry)

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